Ragged
Point's nature trail to this private beach begins at the Ragged Point Inn
Gazebo. This is a wonderful hike but the trail is narrow and steep as it
cuts back and forth across Ragged Point's north face dropping more than
300 feet in less than an eight of a mile.

If you want to get to the beach from Ragged Point this is the only way,
beach access is a rare commodity in this area. There is much native flora
and fauna to enjoy along the way and from this trail are the best views
of Black Swift Falls.

The real reward of the hike is Ragged Point's isolated black
sand
beach
and being close to the awesome Pacific Ocean.

Ragged Point Inn and Resort has a nature trail leading from the Ragged Point Pagoda to a private beach; the trail to the beach is steep, and rugged so the hike is for the physically fit older child or adult but it provides a wonderful San Simeon hiking and beach adventure.